Amoose's Big Move

This is the stuff that's (hopefully) going on my flight to Toronto with me.  I'm only supposed to have one carry-on and no personal item, so I'm already over one bag.  And my carry-on is only supposed to be 5kg, and mine's 10kg-- plus the 5kg personal item.  So... I'm seriously hoping they don't call me on it.  And my wee Amoose-Bouche is making his first big trip.  Look for more from him as the year goes on.  Bear has done this before, so it's old hat for him.  And me.  But I'm not happy about it.

My Last Day

I spent it in the city centre, and seeing this film.  A good, but sad, day. 

Lunch Date

A couple of days ago, I got to have lunch with Kenny and Jacquie, one of his friends whom I've met several times and quite enjoy.  We came here, to the Old Schoolhouse.  I had haggis, neeps and tatties with a whisky cream sauce.  It was delicious.  But better than that was getting to see her before I left, and spending time with Kenny before I leave.  I just didn't think to take a photo til today.   

Joy To the World!

Happy New Year!  I was happy to see this in the city centre, sponsored by the Aberdeen City Council.  Oh, how I'll miss you, Scotland. 

After...

Not my favourite way I've ever rung in the New Year, to be fair.  Everything cleared out and waiting to be shipped to the States.  Good thing I'm heading out to BoD to be with friends, since Kenny left to go out of town and I won't see him again... *sigh*

Carrying Scotland With Me

I finally got my tattoo today.  It's quite a story, but I'll save that for another day.  I love it, though!  A nice permanent reminder of my six years here.  And thanks for the help with design ideas, Paige! 

Before...

Keys to the Kingdom

Well, to the flat, anyway.  My minchie lock (the nifty one in back), the other flat key, and the crescent-shaped cut out of the main door.  My companions for the past six years.  I'll miss them. 

A Sad, Sad Aisle

Seriously.  What were Lynch and I doing in this aisle, anyway?  Dang. 

Boxing Day

My Christmas loot.  It was a good year. 

Christmas Eve

I spent Christmas Eve with the Beckers, for the last time, before they leave for the States next week.  I'll be gone before they get back, so it was a bittersweet day.  They've been my family here for the past six years, and I'll miss them so much.  Thanks for having me over, Scot and Carrie and Matthew and Adam!  Love y'all. =)

St. Nicholas in the Snow

I snapped this whilst oot and aboot, finishing up some Christmas shopping.  Beautiful. 

You've Got To Be Kidding Me

This greeted me when I got up.  I cleaned the litter box last night, for crying out loud.  I could pretty well throttle them just now...

Sparkles

I like the sparkly snow. 

Sorry State of Affairs

This is after buying my plane ticket to Toronto, where Jen and the kids will pick me up.  I'll be on a tight budge from now on, to be fair.  =)

Sunday Sunrise

I'm being more diligent about getting to church, now that the days of my time here are short... the sun behind St. Andrews and the clouds made it worth walking in the cold and snow this morning. 

Bread and Butter

My first attempt at this fabulous dessert-- delicious.  It'll become a regular, I'm sure. 

Christmas at Kings

How I love this place, and how I'll miss it.

Bright Lights, Big City

I love the Christmas lights in Aberdeen... I'll miss them. 

Cozy

This doesn't happen too often.  They get along okay, but they don't usually get all cuddly-- so I had to grab the photo when it happened.  Sweet boys... when they're calm.  ;)